Behold, its royal highness mini king oyster mushroom; micro-version of the largest oyster mushroom species; shelf-life superstar; and overall fungi!

In the wild, king oyster mushrooms grow on the roots of forest plants found flourishing in the Mediterranean basin. The mini versions of these majestic mushrooms are cultivated around the world and have become a contemporary staple of Asian cuisine.

These small but mighty mushrooms aren’t much to write home about raw but add a ton of velvety smooth umami to your dish when cooked. Edible from head to toe, protein-rich mini king oyster mushrooms have thick, meaty stems perfect for vegetarian dishes.

Mini King Oyster Mushroom Recipes

 
Mini king oyster mushrooms don’t lose their shape during the cooking process, making them ideal for fancier presentations. Their mild flavour pairs well with rich proteins, creamy pastas, and savoury stir-fries.

Here are a few of our members’ favourite mini king oyster mushroom recipes from the archives:
 

Chicken Cacciatore with Seared Mini King Oyster Mushrooms and Mashed Potatoes

Featuring:

• Chicken thighs
• Potatoes
• Mini king oyster mushrooms

Sausage and Seared Mini King Oyster Mushroom Flatbread with Garlic Oil and Spinach Salad

Featuring:

• Mild Italian pork sausage meat
• Pizza dough
• Mini king oyster mushrooms

Filet Mignon and Fresh Potato Gnocchi with Cherry Tomatoes and Mini King Oyster Mushrooms

Featuring:

• Filet mignon
• Fresh gnocchi
• Mini king oyster mushrooms

 
This week, try the stately mini king oyster mushroom in our version of this mouth-watering classic ramen soup:
 

Pork and Mini King Oyster Mushroom Ramen Soup with Bok Choy

Featuring:

• Pork strips
• Baby bok choy
• Mini king oyster mushrooms

 
Give your dinner the royal treatment with a nutrient-rich mushroom fit for a king, queen, and everyone in between. Long live the mini king oyster mushroom!

 
Image Credits

Feature Image, Image 1-4: via Goodfood